2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2002 Proton 400
To start off, both 2002 Jaguar XK8 and 2002 Proton 400 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 738 kg more than 2002 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XK8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400. 2002 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2002 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2002 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Proton |
| Model | XK8 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
